New Fox drama 'Empire' starring Taraji P. Henson and Terrence Howard strikes ratings gold…
9.9 million viewers tuned in Wednesday night to watch the season premier of 'Empire' making it Fox's most watched television debut since 2012.
Even more impressive 'Empire' managed to retain its audience until the end of the broadcast.
'Empire' also beat out ABC's 'Modern Family' to win the top slot for the night and tied with ABC's 'How to Get Away With Murder' for network TV's top new show.
